1783-1865

Includes essays on events, publications, lifestyles and individuals important to various eras in U.S. history.

Traces the story of slavery in America's history from 1776 through the Missouri Compromise, covering the general acceptance of slavery in colonial America, how human bondage was reevaluated during the American Revolution, how the future of slavery was shaped by decisions that the founding fathers made, and whether the Civil War was a result of those decisions.

Focuses on teaching students how to interpret and use primary sources in the study of U.S. history.

"This book for young adult readers discusses the life of Theodora Burr, daughter of Aaron Burr, and her involvement in the lives of the Founding Fathers of the new United States. The book includes primary source observations pulled from Theodora's personal letters and other writings"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a comprehensive history of the Revolutionary War from the French and Indian War to the selection of George Washington as the first president, and chronicles the conflict with England, the political and economic struggles within the colonies, key events which sparked the conflict, and the various people who were instrumental in bringing independence.

A cumulative index to the almanac, biographies, and primary documents volumes of "Shaping of America 1783-1815.".

Contains biographies of twenty-six men and women who played key roles in the early history of the United States, from 1783 to 1815, arranged alphabetically from Pierre-Charles L'Enfant to John Witherspoon.

Contains biographies of twenty-four men and women who played key roles in the early history of the United States, from 1783 to 1815, arranged alphabetically from Abigail Adams to Henry Knox.

A critical examination of major American authors ranging from the colonial period to the turn of the eighteenth century.